Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. When and how do you deliver the report?Answer:Our reports are completed at the time of the home inspection. Each of our inspectors is equipped with a mobile office to provide you a professionally prepared inspection, right on site. The report will be reviewed with the client at the conclusion of the inspection. If the client is not present at the inspection, the report can be e-mailed.

Q2. What type of report do you deliver?Answer: Our computer-generated report is printed onsite with photos. Our report is easy to read and prioritizes the findings.The report's organizational structure helps you to know which areas need to be addressed immediately and which ones can wait.Q3. Should I be present during the inspection?Answer: We recommend that you be present at the site of the inspection, from start to finish. If you cannot be present, Home Inspection One can e-mail, mail or fax your report.Q4. How long will the Inspection take?Answer: Most inspections take approximately two to three hours. These times may vary, depending upon the size, age and condition of the home.

Q5. What qualifications or credentials should a home inspector offer?Answer: The very best qualifications and credentials include: SC Licensed Home Inspector, SC Licensed Residential Builder, several years of experience, certifications from associations and organizations such as ASHI, NACHI, SCAHI, NACA, AII, CREAI, and RRE.

Q6. Why can't I have someone in my family who is very handy, or a contractor I know, inspect my new home?Answer: Don't make the biggest mistake many potential new homeowners make when purchasing a home. Although the person you are considering may be very skilled, he or she isn't trained or experienced at professional home inspections. Professional home inspection is a unique skill like no other. Professional inspectors develop an "inspector's instinct" for problems. That instinct comes with extensive training and experience performing inspections. Many contractors and other trade professionals hire a professional home inspector to inspect their homes when making a purchase.

Q7. What if I have questions after the inspection?Answer: You can call us and discuss all the aspects of your new home whenever you like. Our service is a long-term investment.

Q8. How do I download my home inspection report?Answer: You do not download the report from our website. Your report will be printed on site and reviewed with you or emailed to you.

Q9. Why use our services?Answer: The purchase of a new home is one of the single most important and costly investments that a family will ever make. A purchase of this magnitude is usually accompanied by the fear factor of, "Will this home stand the test of time?" A home inspection can help you answer that question. It is also important to know what YOU, as the primary investor, are getting for your money.

Q10. What will the inspection cover?Answer: A thorough inspection covers everything, from the roof to the foundation.Items included in the inspection are as follows:

Q11. How do I choose a Home Inspector?Answer: Call your proposed inspection company and ask about credentials and experience. If you don't feel comfortable asking the inspector this question when speaking with him on the phone, then consider how comfortable you'll feel about asking questions at the inspection. You must feel that the inspector is qualified, experienced and attentive to your needs. A good rapport is critical.